Look how the flower grows so tall
all pretty and full bloom
tells me how you’ll be someday
time passes all too soon
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my daughter you’re a joy to me
for God has blessed me so
in giving me a little bud
to nourish it to grow
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your little years upon the earth
brought happiness and glee
in singing and dancing for joy
your spirit lifted me
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and when I see you growing up
so fast before my eyes
I wonder what’s in store for you
the time you’ll say goodbye
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and when that day has finally come
I’ll know we’ll both be brave
but deep inside I’m crying softly
for all the love you gave
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but now my task is before me
a parent needs to care
in raising children for the Lord
with grace and love to bear
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help me Lord to do my best
I’m asking You in prayer
to bless me in this awesome role
of always being there
